Mechanical Designer 3 - Nuclear Power

Sargent & Lundy; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 63,480 - 99,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k) financial benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Designer to develop innovative mechanical designs within a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in SmartPlant S3D and 3D modeling, with a minimum of three years of design experience. This position allows for a mix of in-office and remote work, and offers competitive benefits and a commitment to work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience with SmartPlant S3D modeling software and integration aspects.
• Proficiency in design software tools for executing layout models.
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical design deliverables in a 3-D model.
• Act as the mechanical design team lead and provide guidance.
• Resolve clashes and discrepancies in the 3D model.

Skills

SmartPlant S3D modeling

3D plant layout modeling

Clash detection resolution

Piping design

Education

Minimum three years of detailed design experience

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

• Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing mechanical general arrangement, piping isometric, pipe support, and mechanical equipment layout drawings in a 3-D model
• Utilize Hexagon’s SmartPlant S3D modeling software and SPF database to generate mechanical design deliverables, BOMs, and commodity lists
• Understand and interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams developed using SPID and create physical design consistent with the engineering requirements
• Act as the mechanical design team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model
• Resolve clashes and discrepancies in the 3D model and report status
• Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design
• Independently plan and execute design of mechanical deliverables
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• Experience with SmartPlant S3D modeling software including the following:
  • Understanding of the integration aspects of SPID, SPF and S3D
  • Clash detection resolution
  • Discrepancy checks between deliverables
  • Interface with SmartPlant Administrators in the development of mechanical deliverable templates and catalogs
  • Drawing Presentation Rules Set Up
  • Plant model data management
• Minimum three years of detailed design experience in the development of mechanical plant design drawings; piping, pipe supports and equipment layout
• Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
• Experience in the review of project deliverables and drawing requirements
• Experience in the review of vendor drawings and interface points
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the plant design process.

Valued but not required experience:

• Proficiency with MicroStation and AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office tools

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits.

• Health & Wellness:
  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$63,480.00 - $99,080.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees.

About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.